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Island Media · Oct 15, 2026

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Staten Island Officials Push for Relief From Rising Utility Bills Staten Island lawmakers Nicole Malliotakis, Andrew Lanza and Michael Tannousis called for cuts to utility taxes and fees at a South Beach press conference. They cited electricity prices roughly 60% above the national average and argued that state energy policies and the closure of Indian Point helped drive costs higher. Local restaurant operator Stefano Sena said rising gas, electricity and water bills are squeezing small businesses and forcing difficult decisions about raising prices. Gov. Hochul’s office defended her record, pointing to energy rebate checks and ratepayer protections. Join the Island Media WhatsApp Status Join the Island News and Updates group

*Staten Island Officials Push for Relief From Rising Utility Bills* Staten Island lawmakers Nicole Malliotakis, Andrew Lanza and Michael Tannousis called for cuts to utility taxes and fees at a South Beach press conference. They cited electricity prices roughly 60% above the national average and argued that state energy policies and the closure of Indian Point helped drive costs higher. Local restaurant operator Stefano Sena said rising gas, electricity and water bills are squeezing small businesses and forcing difficult decisions about raising prices. Gov. Hochul’s office defended her record, pointing to energy rebate checks and ratepayer protections. *_Join the Island Media WhatsApp Status_* https://wa.me/19297271071?text=Subscribe *_Join the Island News and Updates group_* https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi5MGP3Nx1qJUoVkKmYW5j

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